Modifications of Divorce Decrees and Family Court Orders
Changing Child Support ∙ Changing Child Custody Arrangements ∙
Moving Out of State With a Child
A divorce decree is rarely the truly final word about the relationship between former spouses. Especially when the marriage produced children, former spouses will most likely have to stay in communication with each other — and Florida law encourages such continuing communication.
In some cases, when former spouses need to make changes to their child support or child custody arrangements, the agreement can be changed with little hassle — because both parents agree that the change is necessary.
However, when a conflict arises — for example, if parent with primary parenting responsibility thinks child support should be higher, or if the parent with primary custody wants to move out of state with the child — then modification of a divorce order can become as complicated as the original divorce proceedings. In such cases you will benefit greatly by getting advice from an experienced family law attorney.
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At the Law Office of Cohen & Storie, located in Orlando, Florida, we believe that every person deserves access to high-quality legal representation that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Our attorneys devote their legal practice to providing knowledgeable and efficient legal counsel in family law matters at fair and reasonable rates.
Changes to Child Support: Hidden Assets or Changes in Income
The most common complaint among parents who receive child support is that the parent who pays support has additional assets that were not included in the original child support calculation. Or, the parent who receives support may learn that the paying parent's income has substantially increased. In such cases, the parent who receives support may file a formal action to modify the amount of child support — and the paying parent will have to file a formal answer and provide financial records to dispute the allegation of hidden assets.
The opposite may also be true: if a parent who pays child support loses his or her job and is unable to find a new job — through no fault of his or her own — then the paying parent may make a formal application to reduce the amount of child support based on a substantial change in circumstances.
Parental Relocation: Changes to Custody and Parenting Time Agreements
Another common source of post-divorce conflict is parental relocation — when the parent with primary parenting responsibility (the custodial parent) wants to move more than 50 miles away from the other parent. Under Florida law, the other parent must give formal permission for such a move. If permission is denied, the custodial parent must petition the court for permission to move with the child.
Parental relocation issues can become costly and lengthy legal battles. If you believe a parental relocation issue will arise in your future, it is wise to get legal advice early.
Contact the Law Office of Cohen & Storie
If you have questions about any type of modification to a divorce decree — the Law Office of Cohen & Storie can help.
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